The 30th Annual Key West Literary Seminar takes place January 5–8, 2012. “Yet Another World: Literature of the Future” features some of the most innovative writers working today: Margaret Atwood, Douglas Coupland, Michael Cunningham, Jennifer Egan, Rivka Galchen, William Gibson, James Gleick, Robert Krulwich, Jonathan Lethem, Janna Levin, Valerie Martin, Joyce Carol Oates, Dexter Palmer, George Saunders, Gary Shteyngart, James Tate, Colson Whitehead, and Charles Yu. Together with these esteemed writers, we will explore the potential of the present moment, pursuing it through dystopian, utopian, and imagined worlds that shed light on our current condition.
This four-day program explores a unique literary theme each January. The Writers’ Workshop Program offers instruction and community to writers of all levels, while their awards and scholarships recognize emerging writers of exceptional merit and support teachers and librarians. Through Littoral, their online journal, and their Audio Archives Project, they present exclusive literary resources to readers worldwide! Visit www.kwls.org for more information.
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Sunday, January 1, 2012
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Key West High School Holiday Band & Choir Concert
KW High School Holiday Band & Choir Concert.
Two hundred choir and band students perform holiday classics and favorites! Don’t miss the 12 Days of Christmas with the VIP's and Misty Polka by the Mistys. The award-winning band includes the Color Guard, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band, Symphonic and Wind Ensembles. Both the Key West High School Choir and Band have received “superior” ratings at the State level this Fall. Donations will be accepted at the door. A wonderful way to celebrate the Holiday Season!
Wednesday, December 14 & Thursday, December 15 at 7:00pm, Key West High School, Auditorium, 2100 Flagler Ave.
Two hundred choir and band students perform holiday classics and favorites! Don’t miss the 12 Days of Christmas with the VIP's and Misty Polka by the Mistys. The award-winning band includes the Color Guard, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band, Symphonic and Wind Ensembles. Both the Key West High School Choir and Band have received “superior” ratings at the State level this Fall. Donations will be accepted at the door. A wonderful way to celebrate the Holiday Season!
Wednesday, December 14 & Thursday, December 15 at 7:00pm, Key West High School, Auditorium, 2100 Flagler Ave.
Forbidden Broadway
Forbidden Broadway, written and conceived by Gerard Alessandrini.
This Off-Broadway satirical musical revue has been running in various versions in New York for 25 years. It sharply spoofs show tunes, characters and plots of popular Broadway musicals with snappy lyrics and fabulous costumes. In 2006, the show was awarded the Tony honors for Excellence in Theatre. Forbidden Broadway has been seen in more than 200 US cities as well as London, Tokyo, Singapore and Sydney and now comes to Key West! Directed by Becky Barta. Tickets: $30.00-$65.00.
Red Barn Theater
319 Duval St.
Key West, FL 33040. Date: 12/13/2011 TO 1/14/2012
Phone: 305-296-9911
This Off-Broadway satirical musical revue has been running in various versions in New York for 25 years. It sharply spoofs show tunes, characters and plots of popular Broadway musicals with snappy lyrics and fabulous costumes. In 2006, the show was awarded the Tony honors for Excellence in Theatre. Forbidden Broadway has been seen in more than 200 US cities as well as London, Tokyo, Singapore and Sydney and now comes to Key West! Directed by Becky Barta. Tickets: $30.00-$65.00.
Red Barn Theater
319 Duval St.
Key West, FL 33040. Date: 12/13/2011 TO 1/14/2012
Phone: 305-296-9911
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Sunday, October 9, 2011
A Little Bit About Fantasy Fest
Traditionally October has been a slow time for tourism in the Keys, but since its inception, Fantasy Fest® has continually boosted the economy by filling up hotel rooms and inundating local businesses, restaurants, and bars during this time period. The tremendous influx of visitors during the ten days of the festival sustains the local economy until the holiday season begins. Fantasy Fest is committed to extending the time that visitors stay by encouraging the creation of diverse events throughout the entire ten days. The opportunity to show off the imaginative and resourceful spirit that defines the Keys excites participants as well as the thousands that are drawn to the Keys. Read more at http://fantasyfest.org/about-the-fest.cfm!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Poker Run 2011!
Phil Petersons Key West Poker Run.
September 15th thru September 18th.
This is an amazing event, where over 10,000 Motorcyclists, and Enthusiasts come out to enjoy the Poker Run, People, and the Beautiful Florida Keys. Along the ride there are multiple stops to draw your hands, enjoy Contests, Bikini Bike Washes, Food and Drinks, Vendors and so much more! You don't want to miss this incredible event!
http://philpeterson.motorcyclebikeweek.com.
September 15th thru September 18th.
This is an amazing event, where over 10,000 Motorcyclists, and Enthusiasts come out to enjoy the Poker Run, People, and the Beautiful Florida Keys. Along the ride there are multiple stops to draw your hands, enjoy Contests, Bikini Bike Washes, Food and Drinks, Vendors and so much more! You don't want to miss this incredible event!
http://philpeterson.motorcyclebikeweek.com.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Mel Fisher Days!
The late shipwreck salvor Mel Fisher is to be honored Thursday through Sunday, July 14-17, with a festival that also commemorates the 26th anniversary of his discovery of the sunken Spanish galleon Nuestra Señora de Atocha.
Fisher and his crew uncovered a $450 million cache of Atocha treasure and artifacts July 20, 1985, after a 16-year search. The galleon sank in 1622 approximately 35 miles southwest of Key West.
Fisher's son Kim Fisher and grandson Sean Fisher, who direct the ongoing search for still-missing Atocha artifacts and treasures, spearhead the festival each year.
Scheduled events begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 14, at the Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St. in Key West's Historic Seaport. On tap are games recalling Mel Fisher's exuberant lifestyle, a treasure-themed bikini contest and authentic treasure prizes.
From 3-9 p.m. Friday, a street carnival celebrating Fisher is to take place in the 200 block of Key West's Duval Street with live concert entertainment, a silent auction, rollicking games and more.
Saturday, July 16, a Midnight Gambler Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament salutes Fisher's adventurous spirit. The fun is set for 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. aboard Sunset Watersports' Party Cat catamaran.
Sunday's schedule features the 1 p.m. presentation of the Mel Fisher Lifetime Achievement Award to Professor David Bederman of Emory Law School. Bederman has been instrumental in the decades-long legal struggle for salvors' rights to explore and recover mankind's maritime heritage from the sea. The presentation takes place in the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum's courtyard, 200 Greene St.
The festival's highlight is a 2 p.m. reunion of the "golden crew" that searched for the Atocha with Fisher. The reunion is scheduled at The Bull, located at the corner of Duval and Caroline streets in Key West's historic downtown.
Event information: www.melfisher.com or 305-296-6534
Fisher and his crew uncovered a $450 million cache of Atocha treasure and artifacts July 20, 1985, after a 16-year search. The galleon sank in 1622 approximately 35 miles southwest of Key West.
Fisher's son Kim Fisher and grandson Sean Fisher, who direct the ongoing search for still-missing Atocha artifacts and treasures, spearhead the festival each year.
Scheduled events begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 14, at the Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St. in Key West's Historic Seaport. On tap are games recalling Mel Fisher's exuberant lifestyle, a treasure-themed bikini contest and authentic treasure prizes.
From 3-9 p.m. Friday, a street carnival celebrating Fisher is to take place in the 200 block of Key West's Duval Street with live concert entertainment, a silent auction, rollicking games and more.
Saturday, July 16, a Midnight Gambler Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament salutes Fisher's adventurous spirit. The fun is set for 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. aboard Sunset Watersports' Party Cat catamaran.
Sunday's schedule features the 1 p.m. presentation of the Mel Fisher Lifetime Achievement Award to Professor David Bederman of Emory Law School. Bederman has been instrumental in the decades-long legal struggle for salvors' rights to explore and recover mankind's maritime heritage from the sea. The presentation takes place in the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum's courtyard, 200 Greene St.
The festival's highlight is a 2 p.m. reunion of the "golden crew" that searched for the Atocha with Fisher. The reunion is scheduled at The Bull, located at the corner of Duval and Caroline streets in Key West's historic downtown.
Event information: www.melfisher.com or 305-296-6534
Monday, July 4, 2011
Independence Day Fireworks!
Annual 4th of July Fireworks!
Today, July 4th at 9:00pm at White Street Pier!
See you there!
Today, July 4th at 9:00pm at White Street Pier!
See you there!
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Flagler Bicycle Tour
Flagler Bicycle Tour.
Saturday, June 4th.
9:00am-12:00pm.
Location: Casa Marina Resort.
Phone: (305) 293-7658.
Informal bike ride highlighling Henry Flagler's legacy in Key West. Tour begins and ends at Flagler's 'Casa Marina' Resort, with stops at points of interest including the Monroe county Library, Mallory Square Sculpture Garden, Key West Custom House, Flagler Station Historeum, Key West Ferry Terminal, Trumbo Point piers. Tour limited to 15 participants. Must pre-register by Friday 5pm.
Saturday, June 4th.
9:00am-12:00pm.
Location: Casa Marina Resort.
Phone: (305) 293-7658.
Informal bike ride highlighling Henry Flagler's legacy in Key West. Tour begins and ends at Flagler's 'Casa Marina' Resort, with stops at points of interest including the Monroe county Library, Mallory Square Sculpture Garden, Key West Custom House, Flagler Station Historeum, Key West Ferry Terminal, Trumbo Point piers. Tour limited to 15 participants. Must pre-register by Friday 5pm.
Friday, April 29, 2011
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
American Cancer Society Relay for Life:
Saturday, May 14th thru Sunday, May 15th.
Location: Bayview Park, Corner of Truman Ave & Jose Marti Dr.
Phone: (305) 292-2333.
Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's signature activity. It is a unique event that offers communities an opportunity to participate in the fight agtainst cancer. Relays are 18 hours in length and are overnight. Teams of 10-15 people camp out and take turns walking a track. Each team will have food and activities set up and there will also be a luminaria ceremony to recognize those currently battling or who have been lost to cancer. This year's theme is 'Under the Big Top, Carnival for a Cure.' This will also be the first year that the event is Sat-Sun, instead of Fr-Sat.
Saturday, May 14th thru Sunday, May 15th.
Location: Bayview Park, Corner of Truman Ave & Jose Marti Dr.
Phone: (305) 292-2333.
Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's signature activity. It is a unique event that offers communities an opportunity to participate in the fight agtainst cancer. Relays are 18 hours in length and are overnight. Teams of 10-15 people camp out and take turns walking a track. Each team will have food and activities set up and there will also be a luminaria ceremony to recognize those currently battling or who have been lost to cancer. This year's theme is 'Under the Big Top, Carnival for a Cure.' This will also be the first year that the event is Sat-Sun, instead of Fr-Sat.
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